Huancavelica Monthly Rainfall & Precipitation
This page shows both the average monthly rainfall and the number of rainy days in Huancavelica, Huancavelica, Peru. The numbers reflect climate data gathered over a 30-year period, from 1990 to 2020. Now, let's break down all the details for a clearer picture.
Huancavelica has a relatively rain/snowy climate with high precipitation levels, averaging 1691 mm (67 in) of rain/snowfall annually. Despite the high annual total, it does experience a distinct rainy season during certain months. Examine our detailed charts below to understand these seasonal patterns.
Monthly Precipitation Levels
The average number of days each month with precipitation (> 0.2 mm (0.01 in))
Significant seasonal changes in precipitation occur throughout the year. During the wettest month, February receives substantial rainfall, averaging 257 mm (10 in) of precipitation, recorded across 23 rainy days.
In contrast, the driest month, June brings less rainfall, with 39 mm (1.5 in) over 2 rainy days.
February, the wettest month, has a maximum daytime temperature of 12°C (54°F). During the driest month June you can expect a temperature of 11°C (52°F). For more detailed insights into the city's temperatures, visit our Huancavelica Temperature page.
Annual Rainfall in Peru: City Comparison
The map below shows the annual precipitation across Peru. You can also select the different months in case you are interested in a specific month.
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Huancavelica vs World: Rainfall Compared
Huancavelica's average annual precipitation is 1691 mm (67 in). Let's compare this to some popular worldwide tourist destinations:
In Barcelona, Spain, the average annual precipitation is 620 mm (24 in), evenly distributed across the year with no extreme wet or dry seasons.
Osaka, Japan, experiences 1507 mm (59 in) of rainfall annually, spread across the year with wetter summers.
Perth, Australia, receives 565 mm (22 in) of rainfall annually, mostly during the winter months.
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, receives 2529 mm (100 in) of annual rainfall, characteristic of its equatorial tropical rainforest climate, with consistent rainfall throughout the year and peak months during March and November.
Precipitation amounts are measured using specific gauges installed at weather stations, collecting both rain and snow and any other type of precipitation. Rainfall is measured directly in millimeters, while that from snow and ice is obtained by melting it. Automated systems often incorporate heaters to make this easier.
Information from these stations is transmitted via Wi-Fi, satellite, GPS, or telephone connections to central monitoring networks. This information is immediately updated and integrated into weather models and forecasts.
- "Ginger" was the longest-lasting Atlantic tropical storm, which spun around the open ocean for 28 days in 1971.
- The world's largest snowflake was recorded in the Guinness Book of Records, at 38 cm (15 inches) wide and 20 cm (7.9 inches) thick. The snowflake fell at Fort Keogh, Montana, USA, on 28 January 1887.
- The greatest snowfall recorded was on Mt. Rainier, Washington State, USA—over 31.5 meters (103 feet) fell during the winter of 1972.
For more detailed information about Huancavelica's weather, including sunshine hours, humidity levels, and temperature data, visit our Huancavelica Climate page.
